Well Stated...Although I typically lurk (being a newbie and all) I have to agree that the bashing has gotten out of hand. Everyone is entitled to their opinion on where this monster is heading and can't remember seeing anywhere that the person who predicts closest wins the lottery...

WHEREEVER this thing ends up making landfall will be horrific for those living in that area and we can all only hope that they have heeded warnings and gotten out of harms way!!

I have learned a great deal from all of you and want to continue to hear others opinions (be they right or wrong) because each of you has different reasoning and has added input.

P.S. The zingers that are occasionally thrown are pretty funny sometimes, showing that there are some of you with a great sense of humor.

Anyway, can't we all just get along!?!